Southside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone pathway leading through a hilly landscape with a sunset in the background.
A building with a large arched window and a rainbow in the sky.
A historic stone building with a conical roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved pathway.
A historic stone building with multiple towers and turrets.
A historic stone building with a clock tower and arched entrance.

Stay near popular Southside attractions

A historic building with a central dome and symmetrical wings.

University of Edinburgh

8.8/10 (2,964 reviews)
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
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Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

AU$74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$33
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

AU$99
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

AU$105
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Small-Group Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands Full-Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh

AU$232
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Southside Hotel Deals

The Scott

The Scott

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$405 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$405
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (731 reviews)
"Quiet location, 20 min walk to the city center and attractions, great breakfast."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

The Scott
Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

4 out of 5
10 Hill Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$304 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$304
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Queue at check in, queue for breakfast, often with no clean tables available. Ask for a quiet room as street facing rooms are noisy. Pillows in rooms were flat. Nice shower but rest of bathroom was very cramped. £1000 for 3 nights I was not blown away, wouldn’t recommend"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$321 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$321
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$431 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$431
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$764 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$764
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$419 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$419
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (764 reviews)
"Location is perfect, very accessible to all things central. Staff was friendly and allowed for a seamless stay!"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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Our guide on where to stay in Southside

Find the best Southside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

New Town

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

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